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Stephanie Smith
Hazen,AR
Summary
Experienced with developing tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to enhance learning experiences and facilitate subject comprehension. Strong understanding of classroom management and effective communication techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed
Rustic Way Boutique
05.2023 - Current
- Daily management of business operations including customer service, making items, and tracking inventory.
- Marketing and sales via social media and email campaigns.
Classroom Teacher
Hazen School District
Hazen, AR
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Worked with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Literacy Interventionist
Hazen School District
Hazen, AR
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one and small group settings.
- Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
Classroom Teacher
Hazen School District
Hazen, AR
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Developed lessons, activities and interventions based on students needs.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environment appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Classroom Teacher
Stuttgart School District
Stuttgart, AR
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Jonesboro, AR08-2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Beebe, AR05-2013
Skills
- Creative and Resourceful
- Verbal and written communication
- Self-Motivated Work Ethic
- Focused and Detail-Oriented
- Individualized instruction
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Self Employed
Rustic Way Boutique
05.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Hazen School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Literacy Interventionist
Hazen School District
08.2019 - 05.2022
Classroom Teacher
Hazen School District
08.2016 - 05.2019
Classroom Teacher
Stuttgart School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Arkansas State University - Beebe